Russia pounds eastern Ukraine as West promises Kyiv more weapons
The U.S. defense secretary promised to “keep moving heaven and earth” to get Ukraine the weapons it needs to repel Russia, while Moscow has warned such support risks widening the war.
Biden taps Bridget Brink as ambassador to Ukraine as US promises more aid
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Russia is failing in its war aims and “Ukraine is succeeding,” following a secrecy-shrouded visit to Ukraine's capital.
Zelenskyy meets top-level US delegation Blinken and Austin, Ukraine official says
The U.S. secretaries of state and defense arrived in Kyiv Sunday for the highest-level visit to Kyiv by an American delegation since the start of Russia’s invasion.
Ed Sheeran releases music video filmed in Ukraine days before Russian invasion
The singer-songwriter will also donate proceeds to the country.
Florence + The Machine dedicates new music video filmed in Kyiv to Ukrainians
“Dedicated to the spirit, creativity and perseverance of our brave Ukrainian friends,” a message read at the end of the music video.
Farmington Hills-based SEND International collects humanitarian aid for Ukraine
SEND, based in Farmington Hills, has not only evacuated missionaries working in Ukraine, but also mobilized humanitarian efforts. It has partnered with more than 30 churches in Metro Detroit and across the country.
Putin tries to claim Mariupol victory but won't storm Ukraine holdout
Putin expressed concern for the lives of Russian troops in deciding against sending them in to clear out the sprawling Azovstal steel mill, where the die-hard defenders were hiding in a maze of underground passageways.
Biden announces $800M in new military aid to help Ukraine fight Russian invasion
The new military assistance includes heavy artillery, ammunition and drones for Ukraine. Biden also said all Russian-affiliated ships would be barred from U.S. ports.
Ukraine zoo workers who stayed behind to care for animals found shot to death
Two EcoPark zoo workers in Ukraine who stayed behind to help care for animals at the facility — despite Russian shelling — were found dead, officials said.
Russia pours in more troops and presses attack in the east
If successful, the Russian offensive in what is known as the Donbas would essentially slice Ukraine in two and give President Vladimir Putin a badly needed victory after the failed attempt by Moscow's forces to storm the capital.
Russia attacks Lviv, prepares for all-out assault in eastern Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia’s offensive to take control of eastern Ukraine is in full swing.
Russia steps up scattered strikes on Kyiv, western Ukraine
Russian forces resumed scattered attacks on Kyiv, western Ukraine and beyond Saturday in an explosive reminder to Ukrainians that the whole country remains under threat.
Ukraine police: Over 900 civilian bodies found near Kyiv after Russian withdrawal
The bodies of more than 900 civilians have been discovered in the region surrounding the Ukrainian capital following Russia's withdrawal — most of them fatally shot, an indication that many people were "simply executed.”
Russia's sunken warship may have been carrying piece of 'True Cross,' a Christian relic
A Russian news report in 2020 said the Christian relic would be stored on the Moskva, the flagship of Russia's Black Sea fleet, which sank this week.
Russian military's damaged Black Sea flagship 'Moskva' sinks; Ukraine takes credit
The flagship of Russia's Black Sea fleet, a guided-missile cruiser that became a potent target of Ukrainian defiance in the opening days of the war, sank Thursday after it was heavily damaged in the latest setback for Moscow's invasion.
‘Artillery, tanks’: Zelenskyy lists weapons needed to fend off Russia
"We are asking the whole world to unite and help us fight this cruel aggression," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
Putin vows to press invasion of Ukraine until Russia's goals are met
Putin insisted Tuesday the campaign was going as planned, despite a major withdrawal in the face of stiff Ukrainian opposition and significant losses.
'It's not the end': The children who survived Bucha's horror
Vlad watched as his mother was carried out of the shelter last month and to the yard of a nearby home. Her coffin was made from pieces of a closet. In a dark basement under a building shaking from the bombardment of war, there were few other options.
Holland America Line cruise ship to accommodate Ukrainian refugees
Evacuees aboard the Volendam will be provided three hot meals a day, rooms, housekeeping services and other amenities. The ship will be staffed with 650 crew members.
Metro Detroit man drops off medical supplies to support Ukraine in the war; currently in Kyiv
"Kyiv is a very bustling and vibrant capital city with millions and millions of residents and it's quite amazing how quiet the streets are.”